The “In’s and Out’s” (Part 1)

Ask almost any woman which part of her body she would like to change and you’re likely to hear, “My thighs”. Summer is on it’s way which means…dun, dun, dun….swimsuit season. In honor of this oh-so-fantastic time of year, I am giving you an inner thigh exercise and (on Friday) an outer thigh exercise, so that you can be ready for your debut. Let’s get started!

Plie Squats

Okedokee, these are a fantastic way to hit your inner thigh as well as glutes and hip flexors – (It’s like getting two pairs of shoes for the price of one…okay, maybe not THAT good, but it’s still a winner!)

1. Begin with your feet wide and with your toes pointing out at about a 45 degree angle. Your knees need to be lined up with your toes, so don’t go out too wide.

2. Bend your knees and come down into a squat, keep your knees in line with your toes, abs should be nice and tight, your back straight and your chin up.

4. Only go down as low as you feel comfortable with your current level of balance and flexibility. (Feel it right there in your inner thigh?)

5. Right here, at the bottom of the movement, your knees should not be past your toes, and your body weight should be in your heels. Pushing through your heels, come back up to the starting position being careful not to lock your knees. Repeat for 2-3 sets of 15-20 reps. Then repeat after me, “Look out world! Here I come! 😉